Details: Join La Leche League of Southern Maryland for a morning of Wellness. We will hold a 30 minute kid friendly yoga class for the whole family then have a discussion on postpartum nutrition and exercise. All family members welcome. Light refreshments will be provided.

Details: Starting at $15.00 per child. Join us at AR Workshop for a DIY class to make a YOUTH WOOD project, Pillow, Framed WOOD project, Mini Block or Wood Photo Frame! Our frames are perfect for displaying 8×10 or smaller photos. Choose from our design options below when you register for the workshop. You will be able to customize your project with your choice of (non-toxic!) stain and designer paint colors.

MOMS BRING YOUR KIDS and do a project together. FREE MUFFINS AND REFRESHMENTS!

ALL AGES WELCOME!!!

REGISTRATION REQUIRED to guarantee your spot and allow us time to prepare your design!

SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMDate: WINTER ScheduleTime: Week Day Shows 7:00 PM/Saturday Shows 10:00 AMLocation: AMC Movie Theater, Waldorf, MDDesciption: AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society of America to offer unique movie showings where they turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Our Sensory Friendly Film program is available on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Tuesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month. Please check your local theatre listings for specific showtimes, and don’t forget to share your family fun with #AMCSensoryFriendly.

January 1, 2019- Bumblebee

January 12, 2019- Mary Poppins Returns

January 22, 2019- Glass

January 26, 2019- A Dogs Way Home

The theaters typical schedule usually has Saturday films at 10 AM and Tuesday films at 7 PM. Keep in mind things can always change when movie releases are pushed back by studios or we are unable to obtain a booking. In those cases the date for the Sensory Friendly showing typically stays the same but the movie shown may change.Cost: $Registration: Buy tickets online or at the box officeInformation: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films

Details: Southern Maryland House of Nerf LLC is hosting it’s first nerf battle of 2019 and we want you to be there. So gather up your nerf blasters and bring the kids (7 years old and up) to fling some foam. Tickets are $15 online only, the more we sell the bigger the building we can get. So please tell your friends and get your tickets quickly. Ticket sales will end Thursday January 10th at 9pm.

Time: 12:00 AM – 12:45 AMLocation: Elite Gymnastics, Waldorf, MD 20603Details: The Parent & Toddler Drop In program is a great opportunity for caregivers to spend quality time with their little one while they develop; body awareness, balance, fitness, listening and social skills, plus fun and activities using gymnastic apparatus. Parent Supervision is required. Parent/Guardian must be within arm’s reach of a child at all times. 2 children per adult.***Always call to confirm this event is taking place. Sometimes they are canceled last minute. Center follows school closure schedule.***Ages Group: 6 months-5 yrs oldCost: $5 Per childInformation: www.charlescountyparks.com/recreation/recreation

Details: The world-famous Harlem Wizards will play a game against a team of Southern Calvert County administrators and teachers. Proceeds will benefit the PHS Band Program.The event will feature a variety of fun interactive extras to complement the Wizards’ dazzling demonstration of hoops artistry: Pregame “Wiz Kids” warm-up, contests, comedy, awesome slam dunks, audience participation, merchandise giveaways, and more. The game will conclude with the Wizards’ signature dance extravaganza that will have the crowd on their feet!You can order your tickets on line www.patuxentband.com/fundraising.html or purchase them at the door.

PawS to Read

When: 2ND SaturdaysWhere: CCPL / La Plata Branch in

Description: This program for ages 5-14 lets them read to a furry friend who is a great listener. Improved reading skills and confidence are the goals. All dogs are certified therapy dogs. Recommended for ages 5-9 and 10-14. You must register for this event.

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The Playful Parent was created by Kristy a mother of two energetic boys. She has a Bachelors degree with a interest in Secondary Education and Masters in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. “I believe that children learn through play! I love to do fun things with my children and hope that sharing our adventures provides other families with inspiration and resources that lead to quality time together and a love for learning!” This non profit 501c3 organization was started so parents would have a family friendly place to come to, feel supported and leave with information that is useful. This site is kept advertisement and influence free in order to keep the site from clutter and bias opinion. Your support, feedback, likes and comments are essential; this site was designed to connect the community. The Playful Parent offers resources such as guides, calendars and ideas for making learning fun. In addition, TPP is present in the community and hosts a handful of events to support SOMD in raising healthy families.